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Bidjogo Shrine Figure, Guinea-Bissau
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- wood
- Height: 13 5/8 in (34.6 cm)
Provenance
Collected in situ in the 1960s by the present owner
Condition
Good condition for an object of this type and age. Vertical hairline age cracks throughout. Some open age cracks on proper right side of figure. Some remains of insect casings. Surface weathered. Small marks, chips, abrasions. Minor insect damage on surface of underside and on proper right side of face. Hole in top of head for insertion of charge. Fine aged wood patina beneath crusty black remains of sacrificial material. Red painted number "23" on underside.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.